"Museum Curator II - Museum Curator of Exhibits"

Job Details

Requisition: 202500274S

Title: Museum Curator II - Museum Curator of Exhibits

FLSA status: Exempt

Hiring Salary: This position is a pay grade 9. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf

Occupational Category: Professional

Department: Museum

Division: Division of University Advancement

Open Date: 08/28/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement: Bachelor’s degree with course work in museum studies, history, architecture, art, design, theater or related field. Master’s Degree preferred. Three years of experience in museum exhibit design and preparation, or experience in a related field. Experience with research, drawings, mock-up or models, props, supports, stands, cases and background fabrication preferred. Experience with graphic and photo support used in exhibits including electrical lighting and equipment installation is desirable. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position: Implements curatorial and educational staff ideas into exhibits through renderings, drawings, models, dioramas, multi-media installations, arrangements of objects and artifacts, lighting, and text signage as required. Works in close cooperation with other professional staff as well as varied segments of the public to accomplish Museum planning and development.

Primary Responsibilities: Research, designs, fabricates, and installs long-term and temporary exhibits. Schedules traveling and loan exhibitions. Manages budget. Responsible for the regular upkeep and maintenance of the long-term exhibits. May assist Museum Education Department as needed with guided tours. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required. Experience with computers, especially computer graphics editing, and printing is a plus. Position requires the ability to exercise considerable independent judgment. Must have hands on experience in the safe operation of all required tools and equipment, and knowledge of safe shop practices and procedures. Must have experience in matting, framing, and mounting of two-dimensional materials. Knowledge of photography, video, and related resources also desirable. Must be comfortable with public speaking and a team player.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Full Time Part Time: Full Time

Quicklink: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/44717

EEO Statement: Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.